Equalign Podcast

During our careers we have come across some things that we cannot explain or find research on to support our hypothesis. When that happens what do you do. We create a theory and hypothesis and set out trying to prove or disprove said hypothesis . If you don't do it then who will? So why not You? Listen along as we discuss some hypothesis and what we have done with it. 

One of the biggest keys to success in anything in life is persistence. Once is never. You can't go to the gym one time and expect a big change. Your persistence in what you do will determine the outcome. In chiropractic one adjustment can be a miracle and we like miracles. Unfortunately that is not always the case. Persistency in treatment will create the desired results. Listen along as we d...

Life is about the connection. Connections will get you further in life than pure knowledge. The connections you make with people and animals will determine the success you have in life. Listen along as we talk about connections and the celebration of life. 

To attract what you want in life you need to let others know what you can do and how it will be beneficial to them. Your intent and desire to inspire others can be contagious. So many of our contacts in life are superficial only because we do not talk about ourselves. If you want to let others know what you know and how you are able to do what you are capable of you need to Toot Your Horn. Listen...

Every client that has an animal that you intend to treat has expectations of what you will do and the results they will get. Asking a client what their expectations are allows you to understand what they are looking for and you can now decide if that is reasonable and matches what you expect. So many factors can inhibit those expectations. Listen along as we discuss expectations. 

Compassion is the difference that makes the difference. The book Wonder Drug written by Stephen Trzeciak MD and Anthony Mazzearelli MD discusses how compassion and empathy increase a persons ability to heal and they bring the reciepts. The book discusses studies of bloodwork, MRIs and research projects all proving the amazing benefits of compassion. Listen along as we discuss compassionomics and h...

It is always an amazing pleasure to meet and speak with someone who has changed the course of your ability to help animals. Dr Rikki Schultz co-authored the book Equine Myofascial Kinetic Lines along with Vibeke Elbrond. Their work has aided in the treatment of many equine and canine partners throughout the world. Please enjjoy listening to her story and how her work has changed the way we look at...

Dr Marc Ellis is a board certified chiropractic neurologist that studied under Dr Ted Carrick. He runs a highly successful office in Marietta, Georgia called Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center. Dr Ellis deals with post concussion syndromes as well as a miriad of other neurological maladies like long covid. Listen to Dr Ellis discuss his journey and how he can help find your solution. 

We made up a list of 100 siimple things that anyone can do to improve your day. As we begin the list think of your 100 ways that you can do to improve your day. 

You will always be asked questions from the owners of animals about your treatment and your plan. Many questions will be difficult to answer without more information and understanding of the animal and its environment. Maybe is and the answer to give. This maybe is a lead in to an educational moment for the practitioner as well as the owner. This is when you begin to look inot all the possibilitie...

Evaluating the young animals or humans for biomechanical deficienciies is essential for proper growth and function. The birthing process alone has been documented to create the first subluxations of the spine in humans as well as animals. Early evaluation and adjusting can lead to better physiology and biomechanics. As the tree is bent so grows the tree. 

In honor of our friend and colleague who passed away this week, Tom Neuman, thank you for introducing us and the so many clients to the world of healing thru red light. We first met Tom at the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. He dedicated his life to making quality red light products for the animal and human world. He sponsored many riders and their horses touting the benefits of red...

Life can be very busy and distractions abound. We are great at coming up with excuses and reasons why we can put things off and the best time to do them is NOW. How many times have you said to yourself that you will do it later and a week goes by and you forgot all about it. Listen along as we discuss doing it NOW.

First time we heard about forward moving we were booking a horse adventure in France and the owner of the company we booked thru kept saying that the horses were very forward moving. I realize what he meant after day one on those horses. They were young, fast and not well trained and loved to gallop. Moving forward is generally a good direction to go. Listen along as we discuss forward moving in a...

 Confidence is definitely sensed by the animals and people that you work with and can easily be lost when the level of competence does not equal the level of confidence. Listen along as we discuss the differences. 

When working with animals is important to remember that safety creates cooperation. An animal in pain will be in a fight or flight mode and the only way to bring them out of that is to let the animal know that its environment and what you are about to do is safe. Animals can sense your calmness or your fear. Which one do you exude? Listen along as we discuss how saftey creates cooperation.

It is the time of year when spring cleaning takes center stage. We are not just talkinig about stuff. We are talking about every aspect of your life. Lok around and find out what is no longer working or what no longer is functional. Let it go. Gift it to someone who may need it in their life at this time. Lighten your load. Listen along as we discuss our spring cleaning. 

Equalign interviews Dr Jamie Courbanou, a working physical therapist. Her approach to human ailments and rehab have made a big difference in Dr Wendy's issues since the auto accident. Her overall body approach and close guidance is the difference that makes a difference. Listen along as we discuss her philosophy and tools she uses to improve biomechanics and reduce pain. 

Kinesiology taping is a completely different philosophy from athletic taping. Kinesiology taping is about communicating to the brain to bring awareness to a certain area of the body that needs healing or improved biomechanics. Listen along as we discuss the functiion and the misconceptions of using tape. 

Every athlete we deal with has a coach. Even the best in the world have a coach. Someone who has an outside perspective and gives advice to improve the quality of your life/sport. How would you benefit from a life coach. Listen along as we speak to Tori Eversmann and her journey to helping herself and others. You can find her info at www.the5q.com

We dedicate so much of our lives to many things and yet do we really understand the purpose of our dedication? What does it take to be dedicated to something? What are the necessary parameters? In order to have a successful dedication to a project we need to know a number of things that will determine the path and what it takes to stay on that path. Listen along as we discuss dedication. 

I this day of age being an advocate for the health of yourself and your animals can be a daunting and necessay task. To be the advocate will take time and resources and knowing the right questions and finding options. In this episode we will speak of advocacy and what it takes to be in that position. 

Proper biomechanics of the practitioner and patient create a better adjusting and healing experience. So many times we have watched practitioners adjusting animal in odd positions of both the animal and the practitioner. Off balance positions leads to less effective adjustments as you can lose speed and proper angles of thrust. Improper positioning of the animal can lead to ineffective adjusting a...

We are always asked by owners how best to help their animals. We always say that it starts with observation. How and when did you notice this behavioral or mechanical issue begin? What specifically do you notice that has changed? The power to observe in both a micro and macro environment really helps the practitioner determine the best course for correction. Listen along as we discuss the power of...

Things don't always line up the way we expect them to in life. Sometimes when you see a client and they explain the symptoms of what they believe is going on it doesn't always mean that all the symptoms are related to the same cause. What do you do in this situation and how do you handle it? Listen along as we discuss the issue of things not lining up.